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Part-Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator
Company : Dayton Freight
Location : West Chester, OH, 45241
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 29 December 2025
Overview
** This is a Part Time Position
Available Shift Times:
Monday- Friday | 5:00 AM - 10/11:00 AM
Monday- Friday | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Stable and growing organization
- Pay beginning at $23.35 per hour
- Quick advancement
- Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
- Modern facilities
- Clean, late model equipment
- 401(k) plan, Company Match
Responsibilities
As a Dock Worker, you will load and unload freight in a productive, safe and claims-free manner. Although DFL Dock Workers do not work inside a warehouse, you must maximize space when loading freight.
- Complete pre and post trip inspections on all dock equipment
- Properly document all freight control processes
- Participate in Dayton Freight’s training and improvement programs
- Be available for irregular work schedules, alternating work shifts and/or assignments
- Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines contained in the Dayton Freight Driver/Dockworker Manual
Qualifications
- 18 years of age
- Basic math skills
- Fluent in English
- Able to pass a drug screen
- Legally eligible to work in the United States
Benefits
- Stable and growing organization
- Pay beginning at $23.35 per hour
- Quick advancement
- Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
- Modern facilities
- Clean, late model equipment
- 401(k) plan, Company Match
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, part-time forklift operators at Dayton Freight in West Chester can choose between morning shifts from 5:00 am to 10/11:00 am or evening shifts from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, offering flexibility for various schedules.
Unlike typical warehouse jobs, dock worker/forklift operators at Dayton Freight handle loading and unloading freight outside the warehouse, focusing on efficient space usage and equipment inspections, which requires a unique set of operational skills.
Improving basic math abilities, mastering forklift operation safety, and learning efficient freight loading techniques are key skills. Fluency in English and adaptability to shift changes also enhance success in this role.
West Chester sees moderate demand for part-time dock workers and forklift operators, with Dayton Freight standing out due to its stable growth and positive work environment, making it a sought-after employer locally.
Commuting to early shifts can be easier in West Chester due to less traffic before peak hours. Planning routes ahead helps, and proximity to Dayton Freight’s modern facility can reduce travel stress.
Indeed, Dayton Freight emphasizes quick advancement within its ranks, allowing dedicated part-time dock workers and forklift operators to grow their careers through training and consistent performance.
Dayton Freight combines competitive pay starting at $23.35/hour with clean, late model equipment and a 401(k) plan featuring company matches, fostering a professional and people-focused workplace culture.
While formal certifications are not explicitly mandatory, candidates must be at least 18 years old, pass a drug screen, and demonstrate basic math and English proficiency to meet operational safety and communication standards.
Safety is prioritized through mandatory pre and post-trip equipment inspections, adherence to documented freight control processes, and ongoing participation in training and improvement programs tailored to dock operations.
Starting pay for part-time forklift operators at Dayton Freight is $23.35 per hour, reflecting competitive compensation in the West Chester logistics sector along with additional benefits like 401(k) matching.